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Funding for Environmental Projects in Rural Communities Across Scotland
19/08/2022
Social enterprises can apply for funding to develop innovative solutions to climate change issues faced by rural communities in Scotland.
Firstport is offering grants of up to £50,000 for social enterprises and collaborative partnerships looking to co-create a joint social enterprise solution, to deliver projects and activities that seek to provide an innovative solution to climate change issues faced primarily by rural communities in Scotland. The Social Innovation Challenge Fund will support projects that show evidence of community engagement and participation, as well as building upon the legacy of COP26 and support projects that bring a positive contribution to Scotland’s goal of achieving Net Zero carbon emissions.